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Hokah, MN Radon Levels

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Hokah, MN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Houston County, MN
Zip Code 55941

Situated in Houston County within the La Crosse Metro area along the Mississippi River, Hokah lies within EPA Zone 1, indicating high radon potential. The community's location in southeastern Minnesota's driftless area, with its limestone bluffs and valley geology, can create variable radon conditions depending on elevation and soil composition. With local testing data currently limited, homeowners should prioritize radon assessments to determine their individual properties' exposure levels.

7.50
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Houston County average: 7.50 pCi/L, based on 2 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Hokah itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Hokah, MN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Hokah yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
La Crescent 5.6 mi 7.50 pCi/L 2
Winona 26.2 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Minnesota City 30.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1

Houston County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Houston County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Houston County average 7.50 pCi/L across 2 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Houston County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Hokah, MN

What EPA Radon Zone is Hokah in?
Hokah and the 55941 zip code are in Houston County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Hokah?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Hokah yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Houston County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Hokah homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Hokah?
Radon mitigation in Hokah typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.
Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in Hokah?
Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.